Charlevoix Airport (CYML)
Medium airport · Charlevoix, Quebec, Canada
Airport data
| Name | Charlevoix Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | CYML |
| IATA | YML |
| Elevation | 977 ft (298 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 47°35'51" W 70°13'26" 47.59750, -70.22390 |
| Location | Charlevoix, Quebec, Canada |
| Scheduled service | No |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14/32 | 4,501 ft (1372 m) | 150 ft | ASP | Yes |
Charlevoix Airport at a glance
Charlevoix Airport is a medium airport in Charlevoix, Quebec, Canada, known to airline systems as YML. The field elevation of 977 ft (298 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at CYML are all figured from it. There is no scheduled airline service listed here — typical traffic is general aviation, training and local operations.
The single runway, 14/32, offers 4,501 ft (1372 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 14 points roughly 140° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for CYML shows the current observation decoded line by line — wind on an instrument dial, visibility, cloud layers and the resulting flight rules — refreshed continuously from official sources.
Nearest airports to Charlevoix Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rivière-du-Loup Airport | CYRI | 51 km (28 NM) |
| Saguenay-Bagotville Airport | CYBG | 100 km (54 NM) |
| Quebec Jean Lesage International Airport | CYQB | 126 km (68 NM) |
| Alma Airport | CYTF | 146 km (79 NM) |
| Forestville Airport | CYFE | 153 km (83 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Charlevoix Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 977 ft field elevation of Charlevoix Airport can translate into a substantially higher density altitude, stretching take-off rolls and flattening climb rates — run the numbers rather than trusting the feel of a standard day. Expect published instrument procedures, controlled airspace and clearance requirements; slots and handling may apply to general aviation traffic.
This entry is one of 250 airports and airfields we list for Canada — the country index on the airports hub links the rest. Coordinates above are given in both DMS and decimal degrees so they can go straight into a GPS, a flight planner or a chart plot without conversion.
Where this data comes from
The reference layer behind this page builds on the OurAirports dataset — a public-domain, community-maintained register of the world's airports that many flight planners and apps rely on — with equity records preserved from documented historical listings where the dataset is silent. Figures are carried as published: elevations as surveyed, coordinates as filed, runway dimensions as recorded. Nothing is estimated to fill a gap, and the whole layer regenerates from source on every site build, so corrections upstream arrive here automatically.
Frequently asked questions about Charlevoix Airport
What is the ICAO code of Charlevoix Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Charlevoix Airport is CYML, and its IATA code is YML. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Charlevoix Airport above sea level?
Charlevoix Airport sits at an elevation of 977 feet (298 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Charlevoix Airport located?
The airport lies at 47.5975, -70.2239 — in Charlevoix, Quebec, Canada, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Rivière-du-Loup Airport, about 51 km away.
Does CYML publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for CYML appear on its live weather page on this site, refreshed continuously from the US NWS Aviation Weather Center feed.
How long is the runway at Charlevoix Airport?
Charlevoix Airport has one runway. The longest, 14/32, measures 4,501 ft (1372 m) with a ASP surface.